Japan

People

Tokyo's top chefs blend tradition & innovation with local ingredients

In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government

In this episode of Tokyo My City, chefs Yoshihisa Akiyama and Katsumi Kusumoto take us on a journey through Tokyo's culinary landscape, revealing how local ingredients and traditions shape their innovative dishes.

03/12/2024

Art

Meet the Japanese artist turning leaves into intricate works of art

Japanese artist Lito creates intricate leaf art inspired by ukiyo-e, with his focus and creativity fuelled by his late ADHD diagnosis.

02/12/2024

Food and Drink

Ever wanted to drink mayonnaise? Japan has you covered

Japan’s latest viral drink may be too much for palates to handle...

02/12/2024

Destinations

Tourist etiquette: Is walking and eating ‘taboo’ in Japan?

Signs in busy areas will advise visitors not to stop suddenly or block walkways, to be aware of surroundings when taking photos and not to queue jump.

29/11/2024

Focus

How Niigata balances heritage and innovation for a sustainable future

In partnership with The Government of Japan

In this episode of Focus, we explore Niigata's groundbreaking innovations, from turning rice into sustainable plastics to creating digital villages that preserve rural traditions, offering a fresh perspective on Japan's sustainable and technology-driven progress.

22/11/2024

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Santa Claus arrives in Tokyo to raise funds for sick children

The parade in Tokyo brings together thousands of Santas to raise funds for sick children in Japan and around the world.

18/11/2024

Explore

Explore Japan's indigenous Ainu culture: Upopoy & Marimo Festival

In partnership with JNTO

In this episode of Explore Japan, join us as we discover the vibrant culture and traditions of Japan's Indigenous Ainu people in Hokkaido.

12/11/2024

Partner content

Japan through the eyes of an adventure travel expert: an interview with Shannon Stowell

Partner content presented by JNTO

In an exclusive Euronews interview with the CEO of the Adventure Travel Trade Association, Shannon Stowell defines adventure travel by three key elements: nature, culture, and activity.

12/11/2024

Business

European jobs at risk as car maker Nissan reveals major cutbacks

The Japanese car maker, which has seen profits plunge, is to cut 9,000 jobs around the world in an effort to save more than €2bn.

07/11/2024

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Kazo City unveils 100-metre carp streamer for annual airing

Kazo City, renowned for its koinobori, recently held its annual airing of a colossal 100-metre-long carp streamer.

06/11/2024

Business

Scandal-hit car maker Toyota sees profits take a tumble

The maker of the Camry sedan and Lexus luxury models revealed that a production stoppage that followed a certification scandal and model recalls had dented sales.

06/11/2024

Business

Drop in sales in China hits profits for Japanese car maker Honda

Honda sold more motorcycles globally in the first half of its financial year as demand in Asia rose. However, it saw a fall in car sales, particularly in China.

06/11/2024

Explore

From salmon to sake: Savouring Niigata’s sustainable gastronomy

In partnership with JNTO

In this new episode of Explore Sustainable Japan, we discover the sustainable food and drink culture in Niigata Prefecture – a region known for its salmon, rice, and sake.

05/11/2024

Business

Nintendo profits fall as demand for Switch console declines

Nintendo and other game and toy makers rake in their biggest profits during the Christmas shopping season.

05/11/2024

Culture news

Hello Kitty at 50 – What’s the secret to her enduring appeal?

Half a century since the “birth” of pop icon Hello Kitty, the cute character’s fame shows no sign of fading – and she’s still bringing in billions for parent company Sanrio.

04/11/2024

Europe News

Japan and EU sign new defence pact amid rising regional tensions

The partnership is the first of its kind between the EU and an Indo-Pacific nation, and comes as concerns rise over China, North Korea and Russia.

01/11/2024

Explore

Exploring autumn festivals and traditional crafts in Japan’s Toyama Prefecture

In partnership with JNTO

In this new episode of Explore Sustainable Japan, we travel across Toyama Prefecture in search of local experiences, from community-led festivals to traditional metal casting workshops.

29/10/2024

World

Asian shares rise and yen dips as Japan's ruling party loses majority

Asian shares rose on Monday, as the yen dipped in the midst of political uncertainty after Japan's ruling party lost its majority in Parliament's lower house in weekend elections.

28/10/2024

Japan

Japanese PM's party loses majority in Parliament

Exit polls suggest Japan's main opposition party, Yoshihiko Noda's centrist Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, has made a huge increase to as many as 191 seats from 98.

27/10/2024

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Yabusame archery steals the show at Japanese shrine

Ten archers dazzled spectators at the Nikko Toshogu shrine during the autumn festival by performing "yabusame," the traditional Japanese horseback archery.

17/10/2024

Business Series

How Sake, Wagyu and Seaweed won over Michelin-starred chefs

In partnership with JFOODO

Japan's culinary heritage, known as Washoku, is a treasure that has captivated enthusiasts and top European chefs alike. In this episode of Here We Grow, we delve into the story behind Japanese culinary gems such as sake, Hida beef, and wakame.

16/10/2024

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Runners roar up ski slope in colourful dinosaur costumes in Japan

Over 100 runners in dinosaur costumes raced up a grassy ski slope in Katsuyama City, Japan, on Sunday to promote the city’s fossil heritage.

15/10/2024

Japan

Japan court acquits longest-serving death row inmate in murder retrial

The former boxer was convicted of murder in the 1966 killing of a company manager and three of his family members. He was sentenced to death in 1968.

26/09/2024

Travel News

Japan Airlines offers free domestic flights for international visitors

Japan Airlines says the promotion is designed to provide a “seamless travel experience” across the archipelago.

17/09/2024

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Japanese temari: Preserving ancient tradition through handcrafted art

Japanese women are keeping the ancient art of temari alive, dedicating weeks or months to crafting intricately designed decorative balls.

17/09/2024

Culture news

French artist Sophie Calle among winners of 2024 Praemium Imperiale

French artist Sophie Calle and Portuguese classical pianist Maria João Pires have won Praemium Imperiale awards, Japan’s highest international art honours.

11/09/2024